Farmers should register soon to sell cotton at MSP, deadline approaching
By jayesh chouhan 2025-12-15 12:35:04
Opportunity to sell cotton at MSP, registration deadline is approaching.
Learn where and how to register and what rate you will get For farmers who wish to sell their cotton at the Minimum Support Price (MSP), the registration process has become crucial. The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has set December 31st as the last date for registration for cotton procurement. As a result, farmers across the country, including Maharashtra, are rapidly registering through the cotton farmer app. So far, seven lakh farmers from Maharashtra alone and approximately 41 lakh farmers nationwide have registered. Therefore, if you also want to sell your cotton at MSP, register immediately.
Removal of import duty leads to price drop, MSP is farmers' only hope After tariff tensions with the US, the Indian government removed the cotton import duty. Following this, cotton prices in the domestic market fell. In this situation, farmers are relying on the CCI to sell their produce at MSP. This year, the MSP for long-staple grade cotton has been fixed at Rs. 8,110 per quintal. The import tariff has also been removed until December 31st, leading to continued price fluctuations in the open market.
41 lakh registrations nationwide, yet the debate continues Across the country, including Maharashtra, 41 lakh farmers have registered for MSP sales. However, farmer leaders say that the actual number of cotton-growing farmers in the Vidarbha region alone is much higher. However, CCI officials say that farmers are rapidly adopting the registration process since the app-based system was introduced. An official stated that approximately 50,000 farmers are registering every day, which shows the increasing interest of farmers in MSP.
Increased CCI procurement and improvement in open market rates Since the CCI increased its procurement, a slight improvement in rates has also been observed in the private market. Initially, cotton was selling at around Rs. 6,800 per quintal, but now the rates have increased to around Rs. 7,400 in many markets. Although private traders often pay farmers lower prices by misrepresenting the grade of cotton, the availability of the MSP option is now enabling farmers to get better prices for their produce. CCI has so far procured approximately 5 lakh bales in Maharashtra and around 27 lakh bales across the country.
Lower Yields Boost Price Expectations Roshan Kothari, an APMC director from the Wani region of Yavatmal district, said that due to lower yields this year, cotton prices will be beneficial for growers. According to him, if the rates reach Rs 8,000 per quintal, farmers will earn a good profit.
How to Register on the Cotton Farmer App The CCI’s “Kapas Farmers” app has become mandatory for selling cotton at MSP. Below is a step-by-step process for registering on this app in simple language:
First, download the app: Go to the Google Play Store or App Store on your smartphone. Search for “Kapas Farmers” and download the official app from the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI). Start registration: Open the app and select the “Farmer Registration” or “Register Now” option.
Fill in personal information: Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number, and fill in details such as name, father/guardian's name, date of birth, gender, address, district, state, and pincode. Provide land and crop information: This includes land ownership (owned/leased), farm survey number/7/12 extract, and information related to cotton cultivation. Submit and complete verification: After online registration, your details will be physically verified by the local APMC or agriculture department. This is a mandatory step to ensure MSP eligibility. Book a slot: After verification, farmers can book a date and time (slot) to bring their cotton to the nearest CCI procurement center through the app. Keep these points in mind while registering for cotton: Registration is mandatory for selling cotton at MSP. December 31, 2025, is the last date, so complete the process in time. Physical verification is necessary after registration. No farmer can avail of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) benefit without registering on the app.
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